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H2OBX Waterpark

YOUR BEST SUMMER DAY - Nothing satisfies your craving for fun like a day at the H2OBX Waterpark. Start with that perfect Carolina sun. Add a dose of adrenaline as you soar 6 stories up on The Rogue Wave or drop 90 screaming feet down The Plank...

5428 - By the Breakers

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Relax and Recharge at This Pet-Friendly Nags Head Beach House. Planning an Outer Banks vacation? This bright and...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
Black Pelican

Black Pelican oceanfront restaurant is one of the Outer Banks’ premier restaurants serving lunch and dinner daily. Black Pelican is where you can enjoy fresh seafood, steaks, vegetarian dishes, sandwiches and some of the barrier island’s...

641 | By The Shore

Wake up to sunrise over the Atlantic, spend your day steps from the sand, and end the evening watching sunset over the sound from your own private crow’s nest.For the 2026 season, this longtime guest favorite in South Nags Head has been...

  • Nags Head
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
American Pie

Discover the best homemade ice cream and authentic made-from-scratch New York Style pizza the Outer Banks has to offer at American Pie in Kill Devil Hills. An Outer Banks favorite for lunch, dinner or a delicious scoop of scrumptious ice cream after...

Gnarly Wave

OCEANFRONT Hatteras — Durant Station Condo, Unit 103 — GNARLY WAVE is guaranteed to make a splash! With a prime first-floor position at the Durant Station condominium complex, you are just steps away from sinking your toes into the soft sand...

  • Hatteras
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
Super Wings

Best store on the beach! Everything you need for your vacation. Largest selection of beach supplies and the best deals on T-shirts, sweatshirts and mens, ladies, and kids, apparel, swimwear and resort wear. Get all your souvenirs, suntan lotions...

Green Iguana

This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.Indulge in both the elegance and comfort offered by this ocean-side property with no streets to cross to get to the beach and lovely ocean views. Set...

  • Southern Shores
  • 10 Bedrooms
  • 9 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 23
Fish Heads Bar and Grill

Rustic waterfront pub at a fishing pier with a large deck for seafood eats, draft beer & live music. Fish Heads Bar and Grill is THE tiki bar of the Outer Banks. Located at Mile Post 18.5 in Nags Head, we offer a view that is second to none...

SUNSET II SEA

Perfectly situated in a one-of-a-kind location, Sunset II Sea offers the rare combination of effortless oceanside beach access and stunning, unobstructed soundfront views. Located in the charming town of Duck, NC, this spacious 7-bedroom coastal...

  • Duck
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 6.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
The Mystic Jewel

Walk into this shop and you’ll be delighted by all the glittering and sparkling from the way the mirrors and lighting show off jewelry from over 100 different designers and local artisans. Artfully-designed cases line the walls, filled with...

1861 - Into the Mystic

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! mfort, making it an ideal getaway for families and friends seeking a memorable beach vacation. As a guest at Into The...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6.5 Bathrooms
The Christmas Shop

Discover gifts, garlands and glittering lights galore. Looking for a trinket for someone who has everything? Choose ornaments for every hobby, occupation, occasion or enthusiast; from the fisherman or Disney lover; dancer or photographer. Throughout...

5733 - Mama's Dream

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Welcome to Mama’s Dream where you’ll be able to enjoy beautiful ocean views, bright open spaces, and easy access to the best of Nags Head...

  • Nags Head
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms

A pleasant, casual cafe with two locations offering seafood, sandwiches, salads, and coffee and frozen drinks.

Boardwok South is a delightful gem nestled in the heart of Waves, North Carolina, where the laid-back vibe of the Outer Banks meets vibrant culinary creativity. This charming eatery invites visitors to relax and savor an array of delicious...

Dairy Queen, endearlingly called “DQ” by fans, is a soft serve ice cream and restaurant chain serving tasty eats, treats and beverages. 

Watermen’s Bar & Grill boasts a “unique indoor/outdoor design” with spectacular waterfront views and a friendly staff - and “the best coffee, beers and mixed drinks on the Outer Banks.” This includes an exclusive...

Visitors staying in the tri-village communities of Rodanthe, Waves, and Salvo will be just a stone’s throw away from the unique groceries and great eats they need for a delicious Outer Banks vacation, thanks to Waves Market & Deli. This...